SURPRISE, Ariz. – Nov. 15, 2018 – “Sun Health Champions of Yesterday and Today” were celebrated at Sun Health Foundation’s annual Gala on Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa.
Guests enjoyed an exceptional evening of fine dining, dancing, entertainment by the Thaddeus Rose Band and a championship message from special guest, NFL Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith.
The signature West Valley event also celebrated some milestones. The attendance record was broken with a total of 650 seats sold. For the first time, participation in the live, silent and wild card auctions was done electronically, making bidding quick and easy.
All net proceeds from the evening support the transformation of Banner Boswell Medical Center’s Emergency Department that includes a 40,000-square-foot expansion to accommodate 60,000 patient visits annually. The new design will include upgraded equipment, help to shorten wait times, provide quicker access to tests and reduce stress.
“Not only am I proud to be part of a great team that organized such a wonderful event, but also my family truly knows the important role a modern emergency center plays in saving lives,” said Ron Symic, chair of Sun Health Foundation’s Gala Committee. “This new center will enhance the ability of critical care professionals to provide unprecedented medical care.”
The Gala also introduced Sun Health Foundation’s Generosity for Generations, a campaign to raise and invest $48 million in philanthropic funding over 48 months for special initiatives focusing on emergency services, community health and wellness, women and infant services, spine health and orthopedic, cancer care, and future cardiac and cancer care needs.
“What an inspiring evening celebrating a legacy of superior health care that would not have been possible without the generosity of community champions that spans generations,” said Todd Hornback, Generosity for Generations Campaign chair and vice chair of Sun Health Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
“Sun Health Foundation is honored to continue its role as the philanthropic link between the community and Banner Boswell and Banner Del E. Webb medical centers, and Banner Sun Health Research Institute,” Hornback added. “We’re proud to be a part of Banner Health’s life-changing work.”
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To learn more about plans to transform Banner Boswell’s Emergency Department, the community is invited to join Sun Health Foundation and Banner Boswell Medical Center for Our Vibrant Future: Generosity for Generations, Tuesday, Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lakeview United Methodist Church, 10298 W. Thunderbird Blvd., in Sun City. Hospital and community wellness leaders, physicians and first responders will give presentations on a variety of topics – from what the expansion means for the community to emergency preparedness and safety. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free. To register, call 623-295-0022.
About Sun Health Foundation
Sun Health Foundation raises philanthropic support through contributions that help fund life-giving services and research at Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, and Banner Sun Health Research Institute, and supports the Sun Health Wellness programs available to the community. Learn more at www.sunhealthfoundation.org.
About Banner Boswell Medical Center
Banner Boswell Medical Center in Sun City, Arizona, specializes in heart care, cancer care, orthopedic surgery, physical rehabilitation, stroke care, skilled nursing and emergency care. Banner Boswell is part of Banner Health, a non-profit healthcare system with 28 hospitals in six states. Banner Boswell’s high-performing team has achieved many recognitions including five Top 100 Hospital awards and eight Top 50 Cardiovascular awards from Truven Health Analytics. For more information, visit www.BannerHealth.com/Boswell.
